The Nexus Primary Care Clinic is looking for a 0.8-1.0 FTE Nurse Practitioner to join our team as we build healthier communities and develop a network of outstanding healthcare professionals. This clinic is operated by the Nexus Patient and Community Care Society and is a partnership with the Ministry of Health, Island Health and Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC and is a part of Nanaimo’s Primary Care Network.

NPs at the Nexus Clinic work in a team-based model of care; working collaboratively with Registered Nurses, Allied Health Clinicians (Social Work and Mental Health and Substance Use) and a Clinical Pharmacist.

Responsibilities include: 

     • Comprehensive assessment of patients including diagnosing diseases, disorders and conditions. 

     • Initiate treatment including health care management, therapeutic interventions and prescribe medications.

     • Provide medical coordination and participate in multidisciplinary team planning for the ongoing health needs of patients. 

     • Participate in the development and operation of a team-based practice wide program that may include: 

         o Health promotion/Disease prevention

         o Illness prevention 

         o Chronic disease management 

         o Specialty care of specific populations 

    • Clinical teaching/preceptorship 

    • Clinical administrative services, including: 

         o Health care/service planning activities including participating in planning of long-term health care delivery goals for practice. 

         o Participation in the evaluation of the efficiency, quality and delivery of the service (e.g., participation in medical audits, peer and interdisciplinary reviews, chart reviews, and incident report reviews, quality improvement activities). 

Community: 

Located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island on the unceded and traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw, Snaw-naw-as, and Stzuminus people, Nanaimo is a vibrant community rich in history and culture. The city is home to over 104,000 residents, making it one of the largest urban centers on the island. Nanaimo boasts a dynamic economy and a thriving arts scene, all set against the backdrop of its stunning waterfront and lush forests. This forward-thinking city places a strong emphasis on sustainability and community well-being, fostering an inclusive environment for all its residents.  Families have access to a variety of education options through the Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District, along with various independent schools. For those pursuing higher education, Vancouver Island University provides a range of esteemed programs that contribute to the city’s reputation as an educational hub.